Read Jessica’s argument about pet ownership: Although pet ownership is a huge responsibility, pets can help people become physically and psychologically healthier. Studies show pet owners tend to have lower blood pressure, reducing their risk of heart disease and stroke. Studies also show that pet owners suffer fewer and less severe instances of depression and anxiety.

How can Jessica better introduce her claim?

A.
State her reasons separately from her claim.
B.
Move her reasons and evidence into separate paragraphs.
C.
Provide background information, such as statistics about how many people in the United States own pets.
D.
Give details from the studies she mentions, such as statistics about the health of pet owners versus the health of non-pet owners.

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In a group discussion, which statement most clearly uses evidence to support a conclusion? a) the author makes some good points, but i feel that he’s ultimately biased. b) the author proves that he’s biased when he uses terms like “silly” and “stupid”. c) the author obviously hates the way fast food tastes, which is why he’s negative. d) the author first criticizes fast food, and then goes in to criticize junk food.

Match the sentence to its correct verb mood